Rudin
Rudin
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Russia • 1840s
2006
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Rudin by Ivan Turgenev, translated by Isabel Florence Hapgood, follows a charming intellectual who visits a Russian country estate. The story explores interactions between Rudin and the estate's residents, highlighting themes of idealism and social dynamics. The narrative delves into character relationships and personal ambitions in a 19th-century Russian setting.
Contemplative
Melancholic
Mysterious
Bittersweet
Romantic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Rudin by Ivan Turgenev, translated by Isabel Florence Hapgood, offers a deep exploration of philosophical themes and the complexities of Russian society. Praised for its rich character studies, the novel's focus on existential ennui may not appeal to all. Hapgood's translation captures the elegance of Turgenev's prose, though some contemporary readers might find the pacing slow.
Who Should Read Rudin?
A reader who appreciates Rudin by Ivan Turgenev, translated by Isabel Florence Hapgood, likely enjoys character-driven novels exploring intellectual idealism and personal transformation. Fans of Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy or Fathers and Sons by Turgenev will find similar themes of societal critique and introspective depth.
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Novel • Fiction
Russia • 1840s
2006
Adult
18+ years
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